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Sites That Went Kaput In 2009
CNet has put together a list of web businesses that went out-of-business in the last year. 1. Yahoo Briefcase 2. Jubii 3. Barnes & Noble: Quamut 4. Microsoft Encarta 5. Wikia Search 6. SpiralFrog...
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How To Bounce Back From A Failure
photo credit: spettacolopuro At one time or another we have or will have an experience of failure, no one is exempt from this part of life. But how we deal with our failure and what we do following...
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Biggest Fears For Entrepreneurs
photo credit: h.koppdelaney Today while the dream of so many people is to become their own boss, create a great product, or simply open up their very own business of some sort and run their own...
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Companies That Originally Sold Something Else
Some companies find their niche and stick to it. Others, though, have to adapt to changing markets in order to thrive. Mental Floss takes a look at some companies that switched industries at some...
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Don’t Overlook Jobs Created by Failed Bizs
With unemployment at stubbornly high levels, Washington’s attention is focused on job creation. Recent research has shown that the formation of businesses is the source of much net job creation,...
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If At First You Don’t Succeed…
As Mario Jurcic gives business a second try, no one has to tell him to remain humble reports The News-Herald. The 25-year-old entrepreneur loves to talk about his year-and-a-half-old business, SECURE...
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Losing It All And Earning It Back
12 years ago you might have recognized the name Bill Bartmann. He was on the richest lists with thanks to his debt collection company, Commercial Financial Services. After a serious scandal hit him...
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When Company Failed, She Took Over
As the vice president of business at Premier Logistics, Robin Sauve could tell that the time would be coming when her employer would go under. Although the end was nearing, she saw an opportunity...
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Life After A ‘Terrific Failure’
Recently imeem founder, Dalton Caldwell, came home to his alma mater so he could speak to a room full of budding entrepreneurs reports Peninsula Press. “I know half of you probably saw me on the...
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Wild And Wacky Products
Somebody at sometime thought these items were a good idea. Combo Light Switch/Hook. Now lazy people can hang up their clothes and turn off the light in one step. Sandal/with bottle opener. Never know...
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Rebuilding Your Business
Some small businesses depend on contracts to stay in business. When it comes to keeping the business afloat, the quality of a contract is more important than the number of contracts help....
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No Lessons In Failure
It is often said that we should learn from our failures. The lessons we learn during a failure can help us avoid those same problems the next time around. Many people would agree with that statement,...
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Are You Failing As An Internet Entrepreneur?
Here’s a 3-step checklist to figure out if you’re failing as an internet entrepreneur: 1. Is the site live yet? Yes: you’re likely failing, but at least you’ve got a chance of getting some feedback...
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When The Doors Close
We often mention companies who have just gotten started. However, what about the companies that do not make it? When Christina Ross started her company last year, she was filled with high hopes. This...
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Lessons Learned When Businesses Fail
The sweets business went sour for David Payne when most of his customers flocked north for the summer. When he could no longer afford to continue his business, Payne closed up shop. Although his...
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Kodak Facing Bankruptcy And What You Can Learn From It
Kodak may not fall under the category of small business, but they do face a similar probably: the possibility of failure. Once considered one of the largest companies, they are mere weeks away from...
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11 Ways Entrepreneurs Fail
You will lose some customers. You will lose some friends and family. You will lose the faith of investors. Your idea will become worthless. You will fail some of your employees. You will fail at...
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Olympic Sized Business Disruptions
Ever wonder what happens to the businesses when the Olympics come to town? The Telegraph has the story of one man, Michael Spinks, and the effect it has already had on his business. He understands the...
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Bad Product Names
We will buy many products in our lifetime. Many times packaging, marketing and advertising will make a difference in which brand we choose to purchase. However, even before a product is manufactured,...
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Infographic: Sink Or Swim
Afraid of falling within the majority who fail within the first year of starting a new company? Credit Donkey has shared an infographic to help demonstrate what really causes many of those companies to...
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